The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested five people following a five-month human trafficking investigation.
In May, the HRPS began an investigation into a human trafficking ring that was operating in Halton and around the Greater Toronto Area. It’s alleged that between September 2019 and September 2024, the accused parties used coercion, deception, manipulation, physical violence, and psychological harm to maintain control, direction, or influence over the victims. During the course of the investigation five suspects were identified.
On Tuesday, September 17th, five criminal code search warrants were executed at various residences in Brampton and Toronto. The five identified suspects were arrested and the following items were seized:
- Loaded Firearm, ammunition, and a prohibited magazine.
- A large sum of cash
- A vehicle seized as offence-related property
- Victim identity documents
The following individuals have been arrested, charged and held for bail:
35-year-old Prince Munroe of Brampton, alias of Casino Barnes:
- Trafficking in Persons (2 counts)
- Receive Material Benefit from Trafficking Persons (2 counts)
- Receive Material Benefit from the Commission of the Purchasing Offence (2 counts)
- Procuring – Exercise Control (3 counts)
- Knowingly Advertise Sexual Services (2 counts)
- Assault
- Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
- Breach of Firearms Regulation
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – Over $5000
25-year-old Sabrina Leite-Moniz of Brampton, alias of Lady SB:
- Trafficking in Persons
- Receive Material Benefit from Trafficking Persons
- Receive Material Benefit from the Commission of the Purchasing Offence
- Procuring – Exercise Control
- Knowingly Advertise Sexual Services
- Withhold or Destroy Identity Documents
- Assault with a Weapon
- Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
- Breach of Firearms Regulation
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
33-year-old Jamie Munroe of Mississauga:
- Trafficking in Persons
- Receive Material Benefit from Trafficking Persons
- Receive Material Benefit from the Commission of the Purchasing Offence
- Procuring – Exercise Control
- Knowingly Advertise Sexual Services
- Assault
- Assault with a Weapon
- Withholding or Destroying Documents
25-year-old Jonathan Bennett of Shelburne:
- Procuring – Exercise Control
30-year-old Shuwyane Mitchell of Courtice:
- Procuring – Exercise Control
Investigators believe there may be additional victims. Anyone with information, or anyone who has been victimized by the accused is asked to contact Detective Scott Heyerman of the Human Trafficking Unit at 905-825-4747 ext. 4973.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
The Halton Regional Police Service firmly believes that every person has the right to feel safe in our community.
Victims of violence and/or sexual assault and witnesses are encouraged to contact the Halton Regional Police Service. The following is a list of valuable support services and resources in our region for victims of violence and/or sexual assault:
- Halton Regional Police Service Victim Services Unit 905-825-4777 ext. 5239 or by email at VictimServices@haltonpolice.ca
- Nina’s Place Sexual Assault and Domestic Assault Care Centre 905-336-4116 or 905-681-4880
- Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services (SAVIS) 905-875-1555 (24-hour crisis line)
- Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868 (24-hour crisis line)
- THRIVE Counselling 905-845-3811 or 905-637-5256
- ROCK (Reach Out Centre for Kids) 905-878-9785 (24-hour crisis line)
Signs / Indicators of Human Trafficking
- Not being allowed to speak for themselves;
- Not having control of their own money or cellphone;
- Suddenly having a new or second cell phone with a secret number;
- Being controlled by others and escorted at all times;
- Not being allowed to contact family or friends;
- Withdrawing from family and friends;
- Providing rehearsed answers to casual questions;
- Being secretive about their activities;
- Showing signs of abuse, such as bruising, cigarette burns, fractures, etc.
- Having a new boyfriend, girlfriend, or friend who they won’t introduce to friends/family; and
- Having new items (clothing, jewellery, etc.) outside their financial means.
What Should I Do If I Think Someone is a Victim of Trafficking?
If there is immediate danger or if you suspect someone is being trafficked, call 9-1-1.
You may also call the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-833-900-1010.
The Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline is a confidential, multilingual service, operating 24/7 to connect victims and survivors with social services, law enforcement, and emergency services, as well as receive tips from the public. The hotline uses a victim-centered approach when connecting human trafficking victims and survivors with local emergency, transition, and/or long-term supports and services across the country, as well as connecting callers to law enforcement, where appropriate.
